Microbiology Medical Lab Scientist; MLS

Overview

Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

We understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. We offer a comprehensive benefits package prioritizing health, professional development, and work-life balance.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

• Shift: 10HR Day shift
• Job type:
  Full Time
• Hours:
  
  07:30 – 18:00, with the days variable and working every other weekend

Records, prepares, performs, evaluates & reports various chemical, microscopic, microbiologic, hematologic or serologic tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Understands the physiological and psychological differences created by age, sex, and abilities and applies them to the preanalytic, analytic and postanalytic components of laboratory testing. Communicates with physician and other appropriate staff concerning procedures, results, and their interpretation.

Trains new employees in departmental procedures and theories as assigned. Evaluates appropriateness of specimens received for testing. Prepares stains and reagents as needed. Maintains inventory records and rotates supply stocks. Operates, calibrates and maintains laboratory equipment. Performs and records necessary quality control procedures and participates in quality assurance programs. Participates in and/or coordinates technical projects and the development of departmental procedures as appropriate.

Coordinates subspecialty areas as assigned. Communicates professionally with coworkers as well as other Hospital employees. Performs job using the Hospital customer service strategy continuously. Uses the knowledge of the job to work productively, efficiently and harmoniously.

• Works accurately according to procedure manual and supervisor’s instructions.
• Verifies proper specimen/test/patient identification.
• Enters orders, documents on logs/worksheets and performs result entry within acceptable departmental limits.
• Correctly records and processes referral specimens.
• Notifies appropriate staff/clients when necessary, and documents action taken.
• Takes responsibility for completion of daily routine duties assigned to work area.
• Investigates and resolves pending and incomplete work, clerical and technical discrepancies.
• Communicates necessary information to next shift.
• Performs and records quality control, takes and documents appropriate action.
• Maintains neat, organized records and work station.
• Understands and retains knowledge of department procedures; teaches and/or trains new employees as appropriate.
• Troubleshoots problems with procedures, QC, and instruments; participates in proficiency testing.
• Evaluates specimen adequacy/integrity according to departmental guidelines and optimal patient welfare.
• Has cross-trained in at least one other discipline and performs that discipline at least twice per month.
• Attends or participates in professionally related education programs to fulfill licensure education requirements; attends a minimum of 3 quarterly meetings per year.
• Assists with departmental projects and management support; supports lab and hospital standards, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Recognizes abnormal results; follows department protocol for resolution.
• Initiates charge reconciliation; responsible for charging and crediting tests outside normal operation when needed.
• Functions in the absence…